The Power of Shazam! #1

In a story that redefines legacy and power, Billy Batson is chosen by the ancient wizard Shazam to become Captain Marvel, a hero whose destiny is tested when he confronts Theo Adam—once a man of science, now wielding the scarab of Black Adam. As Billy struggles to master his new abilities, he must face the man who killed his family and now wields a power that could unravel the world.

In "Things Change," Captain Marvel steps in to protect Sinclair Batson, his wealthy and unexpected cousin, from looming dangers that threaten his life and legacy. With Uncle Dudley offering support and the Wizard questioning Billy’s use of his powers, tensions rise as Billy must prove he’s more than just a hero in a costume.

When the Arson Fiend sets fire to a building to settle an old score, Billy Batson, Beautia Sivana, and Sinclair Batson find themselves trapped in the flames—caught in a blaze fueled by long-buried family secrets and a revenge that refuses to die. With the heat closing in and the past burning bright, the only hope may lie in the power of Shazam and the truth buried beneath the ashes.

In "Lost and Found!", Billy Batson takes on his first radio gig at WHIZ, hosting a spelling bee that brings together Mary Bromfield and Freddy Freeman. When the event takes a dangerous turn and Ibac tries to kidnap Mary, Captain Marvel springs into action—proving that even a new job can lead to a hero’s call.

When Billy Batson discovers that Mary Bromfield is his long-lost sister, the revelation sets off a chain of events that puts them both in danger. After Billy is kidnapped, Tawky Tawny appears to Mary and urges her to say the word "Shazam!"—a moment that changes everything.

Captain Nazi’s return shakes Fawcett City to its core when he stages a daring bank heist, forcing Captain Marvel into a desperate fight. As the battle escalates, the chaos spills into the lives of those closest to him—Freddy Freeman and his grandfather caught in the crossfire, leaving their fates hanging in the balance.

In "The Balance of Power," Billy and Mary beg Shazam to restore Freddy’s strength by sharing their powers, hoping to help him heal from his injuries. But as the family grapples with the weight of their choice, Captain Nazi arrives at the hospital with a deadly mission—targeting Freddy, the only one who can stand against him.

In the aftermath of a brutal clash, Spy Smasher, Minute Man, and Bulletman reflect on a long-forgotten battle with Captain Nazi. When Freddy Freeman learns his grandfather has died, grief turns to fury—and he sets out to kill Captain Nazi, unaware the villain has already escaped prison alongside Black Adam.

In "Power Struggle," Blaze and Black Adam seize Shazam from the Rock of Eternity and unleash the Seven Deadly Enemies of Man, plunging the world into chaos. With Mary Marvel racing to stop Freddy Freeman from killing Captain Nazi and Black Adam turning his fury on Captain Marvel, the balance of power hangs by a thread.

In the Beginning... unfolds as Mary Marvel, left behind while Captain Marvel battles Neron, turns to Tawky Tawny for help in finding the missing Shazam—unaware that her ally is being held captive and tormented by Blaze. With the fate of the wizard's power hanging in the balance, Mary must navigate the shadows of ancient magic and hidden threats, even as the echoes of gods like Voldar and Lumiun stir in the silence.